NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 25 – Hundreds of jobseekers flocked to the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) and Kabete National Polytechnic for job interviews for positions in Qatar, following an announcement by the Ministry of Labour.
The interviews, held in partnership with a Qatari employer, attracted hopeful applicants in both the hospitality and service industry, as well as the construction and technical sectors.
Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua emphasized the company’s interest in Kenyan talent, urging candidates to arrive well-prepared. “Only candidates registered for specific job roles will be allowed in. Please ensure you’re familiar with your job duties,” he advised.
Mutua also highlighted his commitment to expanding job opportunities for Kenyans abroad, stating, “Next week, I’m going to another country to look for ICT jobs. If you are applying for any job, have basic knowledge in the same field. We are planning to do this more frequently.”
The interviews are divided across two sites: KICC, hosting those in hospitality roles such as nurses, kitchen helpers, chefs, waitstaff, drivers, child attendants, and hotel maintenance technicians, while Kabete Polytechnic is designated for construction and technical roles. Doors opened at 7 a.m., with lines forming early as applicants awaited their chance.
This initiative is part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to expand job opportunities abroad for Kenyans. Mutua assured that the recruitment process will follow fair employment practices, and that the Ministry has thoroughly vetted the Qatari partner to uphold these standards.
Source: capitalfm
